Girl · 744th of 30,306
Blaire
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
7,260
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2024
Peak Popularity Year
704
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Blaire stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Blaire is a Scottish name meaning 'field' or 'plain,' derived from the Gaelic word 'blàr.' It has evolved through various forms over time. The name gained popularity in the 20th century and is associated with modern traits of sophistication. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/blɛər/
Origin
Scottish
Etymology
The name Blaire is derived from the Scottish Gaelic word 'blàr,' which means 'field' or 'plain.' It is often associated with the surname Blair, which originally referred to a location.
Meaning
field, plain
Language Evolution
Blaire, Blair, Blàr
Historical Usage
The name Blaire gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It has been used as both a first name and a surname.
Variants & Derivatives
Blair, Blaire, Blayre
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Blaire is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with sophistication and elegance.
Famous People
Blaire White - a political commentator and YouTuber, Blaire Hanks - a country music artist
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Moderately Popular name with 704 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 39 US states, with strongest presence in Louisiana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 3 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 9 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9851st of 16616 | 34 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 20994th of 24088 | 10 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 11534th of 23106 | 55 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 8771st of 12526 | 24 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5706th of 19264 | 139 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1622nd of 27321 | 1,387 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2594th of 35406 | 1,031 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 744th of 30306 | 4,575 |